Category: Featured News

District Magistrate Inspects Flood-Prone Areas, Reviews Preparedness Measures in Gonda

Arijit Bose

Gonda: District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan conducted an on-site inspection of flood-prone areas and embankments in Tarabganj tehsil to assess flood preparedness and review ongoing safety measures ahead of the monsoon season. During the inspection, the District Magistrate visited the Sakarora–Bhikharipur embankment as well as the flood-vulnerable villages of Sanauli Mohammadpur, Godiyan Purwa, and Aeli Parsauli. She examined the condition of flood protection infrastructure and directed concerned departments to complete all preventive measures within the stipulated timeframe. Focus on Embankment Safety and Erosion Control The District Magistrate reviewed the condition of…

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CTC Honours Legal and Tax Luminaries at Its Centenary Celebrations

Arijit Bose

Mumbai (Anil Bedag): The Chamber of Tax Consultants (CTC), a premier professional organization dedicated to advancing taxation, accounting, legal and allied fields, organized a special Honorary Membership Conferment Ceremony as part of its centenary initiative, Shatabdi Manthan. Held to commemorate 100 years of excellence, the concluding event celebrated the outstanding achievements of distinguished professionals and highlighted their exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and significant contributions to the legal and professional community. Among the eminent professionals honoured were Justice R.V. Easwar (Retd.), renowned jurist and former judge; Mr. Saurabh Soparkar, Senior Advocate;…

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Profit Over Protection: The Hidden Danger in Public Spaces

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The devastating fire that tore through a commercial building in Lucknow’s Aliganj area has once again exposed a painful truth: in India, fire safety often becomes an afterthought until tragedy strikes. The blaze, which claimed the lives of at least 15 people—many of them young students and workers—has left families shattered and raised uncomfortable questions about how such disasters continue to occur despite repeated warnings. According to preliminary investigations, the three-storey building housed a coaching centre, gaming zone, and other commercial establishments. Reports suggest that the structure lacked critical…

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Pilibhit to Get Leopard Safari Soon; Snake Venom Extraction Centre Planned in Lucknow

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh is set to strengthen its wildlife conservation and eco-tourism infrastructure with plans to establish a modern Leopard Safari in Pilibhit and a Snake Venom Extraction Centre in Lucknow. The announcements were made during a high-level review meeting chaired by State Minister (Independent Charge) for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Dr. Arun Kumar Saxena. The meeting, held at Bapu Bhawan in Lucknow, reviewed the progress of key wildlife and tourism projects, including the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve, Dudhwa National Park, Etawah Lion Safari, Kanpur Zoological Park and Nawab Wajid…

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Bharatanatyam Academy ‘Prekshanganam’ Inaugurated in Lucknow with Captivating Classical Dance Performances

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The rich traditions of Indian classical dance were celebrated in grand style with the inauguration of Prekshanganam, a Bharatanatyam academy established under the guidance of senior classical dancer Preksha Gupta, at Indira Nagar in Lucknow. The inaugural ceremony showcased the grace and elegance of Bharatanatyam, with Preksha Gupta presenting a mesmerizing performance of Alarippu, one of the foundational pieces of the classical dance form. Her expressive movements and rhythmic precision set the tone for an evening dedicated to artistic excellence and cultural heritage. The event also featured performances by…

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UP BJP Announces New State Organizational Team; Neeraj Singh, Pooja Pal Among Key Appointments

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) unveiled its much-awaited Uttar Pradesh state organizational team under newly appointed state president Pankaj Chaudhary. The list, finalized after extensive consultations between the party’s central leadership in Delhi and state leaders in Lucknow, includes a broad mix of experienced politicians, organizational leaders, and representatives from various social groups. The new structure features 19 state vice-presidents, 8 general secretaries, 18 state ministers, six regional presidents, office-bearers for media and organizational affairs, and presidents of various party fronts (morchas). Among the prominent names appointed as state…

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Jaipuria Lucknow’s 30th Convocation Celebrates 360 Graduates, with the Highest Package Across Campuses Reaching ₹24.11 LPA

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, concluded its 30th Annual Convocation  at its campus, conferring diplomas on 358 graduating students of the management programmes and fellowship to 02 scholars of the Fellow Programme in Management (FPM). Reinforcing the One Jaipuria spirit, the Class of 2026 across the Institute’s four campuses recorded a highest salary package of ₹24.11 LPA and an average package of ₹11.08 LPA, with offers from leading recruiters including Deloitte, BlackRock, Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank, Aditya Birla Capital, Colgate-Palmolive, TVS Motor Company, Jio-bp, The Times of India,…

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Reflecting Eras: How ‘Meera: Ek Darpan’ Bridged the 16th Century with Modern India

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: In the cultural heart of Lucknow, a captivating theatrical dialogue unfolded at the Bhartendu Natya Academy (BNA). The special production, titled Meera: Ek Darpan (Meera: A Mirror), served as the grand culmination of the academy’s Summer Youth Theatre Workshop. Guided by the directorial and scenic vision of independent theatre maestro Jyoti Narayan Nath, the production transcended traditional biographical plays to offer a deeply reflective experience. Under the administrative leadership of BNA Director Bipin Kumar and Chairman Dr. Ratishanker Tripathi, the performance showcased the raw, emerging talent of a new…

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City in Sync: Lucknow’s Yoga Day Momentum Builds

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: As dawn breaks over the City of Nawabs on June 21, Lucknow will join millions around the globe in celebrating the 12th International Day of Yoga. This year’s theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” resonates deeply with a city that has long embraced the ancient practice as a pathway to holistic well-being, longevity, and community harmony. Across parks, educational institutions, residential colonies, cultural centres, and public spaces, preparations are in full swing. The celebrations reflect not only a commitment to physical fitness but also a growing recognition of yoga as…

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Crizac Accelerates Vision for End-to-End Student Mobility with ForeignAdmits Partnership

Arijit Bose

* NSE- and BSE-listed Crizac deepens its commitment to full-stack student mobility; ForeignAdmits Founder Nikhil Jain will join as Chief Product & Marketing Officer. Delhi: Crizac Limited, one of India’s leading technology-driven international student mobility platforms, today announced a strategic investment in Edument Consultancy Private Limited, the operator of ForeignAdmits, an AI-first student mobility platform that has served over 100,000 students and facilitated more than ₹1,500 crore in education loans. The investment, structured through Compulsorily Convertible Debentures (CCDs) and Compulsorily Convertible Preference Shares (CCPS), marks a significant milestone in Crizac’s…

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